2011 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Genesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Genesis would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Genesis | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Genesis | C |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4976 mm | 4724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |